CDC advises loose peaches with unclear origin be thrown out amid salmonella-outbreak

Wawona's recalled peaches have been to supplied to numerous major U.S. retailers and as far abroad as New Zealand.

August 28 , 2020

Amazon builds offline presence with new grocery store concept in LA

It is roughly the size of a Whole Foods store, but serves a different need, not focused on natural and organic items, according to Amazon Vice President Jeff Helbling.

August 27 , 2020

U.S. mango imports to dip in September

The National Mango Board said that shipments from the three Latin American countries currently harvesting are expected to be 9% lower year-on-year until week 40.

August 27 , 2020

Argentina decries "clear injustice" of EU citrus suspension over CBS

An industry representative says that exporters are working hard to find alternative markets for their oranges, and believes that the true number of CBS detections in Europe may be far lower than the official figure.

August 27 , 2020

Peruvian H1 blueberry export value slashed amid Mexican competition and Covid-19

Peruvian blueberry exports took a big hit in the first half of 2020, with their value falling by 48% year-on-year to US$44.8m, according to export association ADEX.

August 26 , 2020

Lidl US unveils plans for rapid national expansion

The news comes just one month after Aldi, a rival Germany-based discounter, also announced plans for significant national expansion, saying it will open 70 new stores this year.

August 25 , 2020

Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet announces Michael Walsh SR to step down

Produce marketer Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet will be saying farewell to Michael Walsh SR as he will be retiring at the end of this month.

August 25 , 2020

Water associations play key role in fighting droughts – Chile’s Agryd

August 25 , 2020

Creator of 'proven TR4 preventive and curative solution' eyes commercial partnership in coming weeks

"It's going to be the agricultural story of the century for the company that works with us, allowing that company to say, “We saved the bananas'," said the scientist behind an organic fungicide and bactericide.

August 25 , 2020

Agronometrics in Charts: Haitian mango variety stands out in U.S. market

Consumers' predilection towards the variety is obvious, with Francis fetching average prices that are well above the market.

August 25 , 2020